Sculpture, A.C.F. (Artistiche Ceramiche Fiorentine) - Italien - Zweite Hälfte 20. Jahrhundert - 24 cm - Gilt bronze - 1960

Proposed Auction Title

Three-Piece Garniture in the Sèvres Style (2 Lidded Vases & 1 Ornate Bowl) - Porcelain & Bronze - A.C.F. (Artistiche Ceramiche Fiorentine) - Italy - Second Half of the 20th Century

Object Description

• Manufacturer / Brand: A.C.F. (Artistiche Ceramiche Fiorentine).
• Model / Marking: Stamped on the underside of the metal base with “A.C.F. MOD. DEP.” (Modello Depositato / Registered Design).
• Period: Second half of the 20th century (approx. 1960–1970).
• Origin: Italy.
• Style: Neoclassicism / Sèvres style / Napoleon III.
• Materials: Enamelled porcelain and gilt metal or bronze mounts (ormolu style).
• Main color: Deep cobalt blue (“Décor bleu Sèvres”) with rich gilt decoration and polychrome reserves.

Design and Decoration Details

Elegant three-piece mantel garniture (garniture de table), inspired by the opulent French ornamental porcelain of the 18th and 19th centuries. The set consists of two matching lidded urn-shaped vases and a central ornate bowl (compote).
• Front: Each piece features a delicate, romantic gallant scene (in the style of Watteau or Fragonard), depicting couples in an idyllic parkland setting.
• Back: The backs of the vases and bowl are finished in flawless, deep cobalt blue, which gleams intensely in the light.
• Mounts: Elaborately pierced metal rims at the top, square plinth bases with a classical frieze, and artfully curved handles with floral volutes.

Condition

• Condition: Very good vintage condition. The porcelain has no cracks, hairline cracks, or chips.
• Signs of wear: Light age-related patina and minimal rubbing to the gilding on the metal parts, consistent with the age of the pieces. No restorations.

Dimensions & Weight

• Two large lidded vases: Height: 24 cm | Width (including handles): 15 cm
• Central ornate bowl: Height: 16 cm | Width/Diameter: 15 cm
• Total weight: Approx. 1 kg